Beginning In October, New Original Series "KEYSHIA & DANIEL: FAMILY FIRST," "DON'T SLEEP!" HOSTED BY T. J. HOLMES And APOLLO LIVE Premiere On BET Networks

NEW YORK, Aug. 7, 2012 -- From the return of an R&B superstar to the newest player in the late night landscape, BET is bringing the heat even when the weather begins to cool. Starting this fall multi-platinum selling diva Keyshia Cole is joined by her NBA star husband, Daniel Gibson in KEYSHIA & DANIEL: FAMILY FIRST, which chronicles the new couple as they adjust to married life, raising their adorable son and joining two seemingly different families while juggling their own careers. Next, award winning journalist T.J. Holmes brings his unique and fresh take on the day's headlines affecting our community in "DON'T SLEEP!" HOSTED BY T.J. HOLMES. And, there's no shortage of star power as soul legend Gladys Knight, hip hop pioneer Doug E. Fresh and R&B great Michael Bivins critique an array of budding talent on APOLLO LIVE. Hosted by comedian Tony Rock and executive produced by Jamie Foxx and Marcus King, APOLLO LIVE this new take on the reality competition is filmed at the iconic Apollo Theater.

Award-winning journalist T. J. Holmes gives viewers a great reason to stay up with his new original late night series DON'T SLEEP!, Holmes delivers smart, biting social commentary on significant issues important to African Americans. Guaranteed to shake up late night, DON'T SLEEP! presents and tackles current headlines that affect our community while also creating awareness about vital stories mainstream media tends to disregard. Airing four nights a week, DON'T SLEEP! is also infused with numerous in-studio and on-location correspondents injecting perspective, humor, and commentary about a wide range of topics. The witty late-night series is keenly focused on keeping Black America engaged, awake and in the know.

KEYSHIA & DANIEL: FAMILY FIRST Premieres Tuesday, October 9th at 10 PM ET/PT on BET.

Keyshia Cole's evolution from a promising R&B star to a multi-platinum selling artist was captured for three seasons by BET on her top-rated reality series, "The Way It Is." Viewers will once again join her on an emotional journey as she steps into a new chapter of her life. The new series gives a candid look at the R&B songstress at her most vulnerable, as a wife to NBA star Daniel Gibson, mother to her 2 year-old son D.J., daughter, sister, musician and businesswoman. We've witnessed so many incredible and compelling moments in Keyshia's life, especially her tumultuous relationship with her mom and sister, Frankie and Neffe. Now Keyshia has found herself on the path to becoming the woman she was destined to be, but will her new life lead her down the road to success or will demons from her past continue to haunt her?

APOLLO LIVE Premieres Saturday, December 1st at 8 PM ET/PT on CENTRIC.

Birthplace of legends and home of future stars, The Apollo Theater shines anew for the next generation. Executive producers Jamie Foxx, Marcus King and Don Weiner put a fresh spin on the classic variety show "Amateur Night" at Harlem's iconic venue, including a talent showcase and a singing competition featuring the "Empress of Soul" Gladys Knight, great entertainer Doug E. Fresh and music man Michael Bivins expert talent advisers. APOLLO LIVE promises a bevy of special guest appearances and performances. Hosted by funny man Tony Rock and of course, starring the electric Apollo Theater live audience.

BET HIP HOP AWARDS, the #1 hip hop-themed telecast on television for five consecutive years, pays homage to a culture that changed the world while highlighting the year's best in hip hop music. The live performances are the most talked about in the business, and the cyphers are explosive! Without a doubt, this is hip hop at its freshest.Celebrating the biggest names in the game, newcomers on the scene, and shining a light on the community, the BET HIP HOP AWARDS salutes the best of the best in hip hop culture.

"BLACK GIRLS ROCK!(TM)" Premieres November 2012 on BET.

"BLACK GIRLS ROCK!(TM)" is dedicated to honoring exceptional women of color around the world who stand as inspirational and positive role models. A montage of female performers help celebrate the achievements of the exceptional honorees. The two-hour star-studded evening celebrates the strengths, triumphs and talents of Black women. The much-deserving celebrants and award recipients have included legends and new comers who continue to make strides in Entertainment, Corporate America and Philanthropy. The televised special, "BLACK GIRLS ROCK!(TM)" is a BET Networks and B.G.R. Enterprises Inc. production. BLACK GIRLS ROCK!(TM) Founder and CEO, Beverly Bond executive produces the telecast along with Stephen Hill, President, Music Programming and Specials, BET Networks and Connie Orlando, Eugene Caldwell, Salli Frattini, BET Networks.

THE SOUL TRAIN AWARDS Premieres November 2012 on CENTRIC.

The SOUL TRAIN AWARDS returns with a stellar two hour show that bridges the gap between the soulful sounds of yesterday and today; acting as a hybrid of a traditional show with an "honors" show format. Showcasing the evolution of Soul Train's impact on musical history from the 70s, 80s, 90s and today, the new Soul Train Awards is all about the melodic marriage of music and dance.

Our host and performers will take the stage as they welcome the viewers to a show that feels more like a dance party than your traditional awards show. The set will be crafted to resemble a modern interpretation of the Soul Train set we all know and love complete with the dancers, scramble board and the legendary Soul Train line, all strategically present in the show. The audience is made up of Soul Train dancers, truly making this an interactive experience. From time to time the infamous Soul Train line will make an appearance as the audience dancers take their turn showing off their moves!

Paying homage to the musical elite, the SOUL TRAIN AWARDS will honor three Icons that have a timeless songbook, established a musical and performance standard, have impacted the industry in a significant way, and are still a relevant influence on the music scene today. Vintage Soul Train clips would be used in packages in and out of segments and would include a medley of classic performances. In addition to the three Icon performances, the show will feature five other performances by some of the hottest acts in music today.

The SOUL TRAIN AWARDS is guaranteed to deliver Love, Peace, and SOUL!

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